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What Happened on August 31, 1843

Historical Events

  • Liberty Party nominates James Birney as presidential candidate

Famous Birthdays

  • Georg von Hertling, Chancellor of Germany (1917-18), born in Darmstadt, Grand Duchy of Hesse by the Rhine, German Confederation (d. 1919)

About August 31, 1843

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 180 years, 11 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo